Home to around 35 thousand kilometers of internal waterways and one of the largest freshwater availabilities in the world, Brazil is the ideal destination for sportfishing. There are several places that offer not only the perfect conditions for fishing, but also fascinating natural landscapes.
Mato Grosso
The combination of natural beauty and a wide variety of fish species makes the state of Mato Grosso the ideal destination for sportfishing lovers.
Located in the Brazilian Midwest, the state of Mato Grosso is home to endless amazing locations for sportfishing enthusiasts. Several rivers cross the state, which is located between three drainage basins: the Amazon basin, the Tocantins-Araguaia River basin, and the La Plata River basin. The La Plata River basin is, in turn, subdivided into the basins of the Paraná and Paraguay Rivers. As a consequence, Mato Grosso State has fish such as the “pirarara” (redtail catfish), the “piraíba” (goliath catfish), the “barbado” (flatwhiskered catfish), the “dourado” (freshwater dorado), the “pintado” (spotted sorubim), the “pacu”, the “piraputanga” (brycon hilarii), the “piavuçu”, the “jaú” (gilded catfish), the “cachara” (tiger shovelnose catfish), the “piranha”, and the “tucunaré” (peacock bass), among many others.
Mato Grosso do Sul
Several kilometers of fresh water and the great natural diversity of Mato Grosso do Sul delight those who visit the state, especially tourists passionate about sportfishing.
Mato Grosso do Sul is a state that holds great diversity of fauna and flora, as well as several ways to enjoy nature, offering intense and varied experiences. One of the best ways to experience the local natural resources is to go sportfishing, which can be done both in the Pantanal and in the Paraná River Basin. The best time for anglers to visit the state of Mato Grosso do Sul is from March to October, when Pantanal’s rainy season ends and the the dry season begins. Between August and October, the Pantanal levels are lower and the fish are concentrated in the river channels. Due to the breeding season, also known as “piracema”, sportfishing is suspended during the months of November to February. However, the activity is still allowed in the Paraguay River during February.
Goiás
Goiás has landscapes that are among the greatest spectacles on earth, a welcoming people, and is located right in the middle of Brazil, close to several destinations. The state is also popular among tourists who love sportfishing.
Rich in rivers and lakes, the state of Goiás has become a favorite destination for those who practice sportfishing. The region offers plenty of natural attractions for ecotourism, fishing tourism, adventure tourism, contemplation, and much more. There is also nature for those who would love to dive into warm waters, watch the sunset at the river shore, or admire the moon rising over the horizon. The landscapes in Goiás carry the characteristic traits of Cerrado, the biome known as “the cradle of waters”. Therefore, the state offers several destinations suitable for sportfishing.
If you want to learn more about sportfishing in these three states, visit: https://visitbrasil.com/en/sportfishing/
Source: Visit Brasil